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Murphysboro HS celebrates soccer and volleyball team victories in recent Twitter updates

By A. A. Fay | Sep 3, 2025

Murphysboro High School used its official Twitter account on September 3, 2025 to announce notable wins by its boys soccer and volleyball teams.

Severin urges repeal of Illinois sanctuary state policy citing safety and cost concerns

By F. C. Saunders | Sep 3, 2025

State Representative Dave Severin (R-Benton) has called for the repeal of Illinois' TRUST Act and the state's sanctuary policies.

City of Genoa City Council met Sept. 3

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 3, 2025

City of Genoa City Council met Wednesday, Sept. 3.

Illinois faces scrutiny over cashless bail as new laws impact schools, energy bills, police dogs

By F. C. Saunders | Sep 3, 2025

Illinois’ decision to eliminate cash bail has drawn national attention following an executive order signed by President Trump on August 25.

Southern Illinois prepares for matchup against Purdue after strong opening win

By S. R. Thompson | Sep 3, 2025

The Southern Illinois University football team, currently ranked No. 14/15, will travel to West Lafayette, Indiana, this Saturday to face Purdue University in a non-conference matchup.

Murphysboro HS posts community thanks and event updates on official X account

By A. A. Fay | Sep 3, 2025

Murphysboro High School shared several posts on September 3, 2025 via its official X account thanking local supporters and sharing event information.

SIH Prairie Heart Institute completes 200th WATCHMAN heart procedure

By T. E. Clinton | Sep 3, 2025

SIH Prairie Heart Institute has marked its 200th WATCHMAN procedure, a minimally invasive implant designed to lower stroke risk for patients with atrial fibrillation.

City of Genoa City Council met Aug. 6

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 3, 2025

City of Genoa City Council met Wednesday, Aug. 6.

Village of De Soto Board of Trustees met Aug. 4

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 3, 2025

Village of De Soto Board of Trustees met Monday, Aug. 4.

Carbondale Elementary School District #95 Board of Education met Aug. 7

By Philip Gonzales | Sep 3, 2025

Carbondale Elementary School District #95 Board of Education met Thursday, Aug. 7.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Jackson County in week ending Aug. 23?

By G. A. Wells | Sep 2, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Murphysboro HS thanks local churches for supporting Red Devil Football

By S. A. Fennell | Sep 2, 2025

Murphysboro High School recognized Abundant Life Fellowship and Elm Street Baptist Church in posts dated September 2, 2025, highlighting their support for Red Devil Football.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending Aug. 23

By G. A. Wells | Sep 1, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Jackson County in week ending Aug. 23

By G. A. Wells | Sep 1, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Jackson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending Aug. 23?

By G. A. Wells | Aug 31, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Village of Makanda Board of Trustees will meet September 2

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Aug 31, 2025

Village of Makanda Board of Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 2

Marion VA Health Care System appoints Dr. Juan M. Thompson as chief of behavioral health

By Carbondale Reporter | Aug 31, 2025

Marion, IL — The Marion VA Health Care System has named Dr. Juan M. Thompson as its new Chief of Behavioral Health. Dr. Thompson expressed appreciation for his new role, stating, "I am so honored and grateful for this opportunity to serve as Chief...